Julian Stanford

Through two weeks of the NFL season, most of the 23 players with Connecticut ties have seen action, many as starters. So far one player has been sidelined: Redskins tight end Jordan Reed's status is uncertain after he injured his hamstring in Week 1. There was also good news for Lions linebacker Julian Stanford who was promoted to the 53-man roster off the practice squad. Standouts stat-wise? So far it would have to be former UConn stars Tyvon Branch and Sio Moore playing defense for the Raiders. Branch leads 0-2 Oakland with 19 tackles and Moore is second with 18. Each player has a sack. Here's a recap of how the state's NFL contingent fared: BILLS: Marcus Easley, WR,...

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